Plastering garage conversions in Maidstone
A garage conversion is one of the most popular ways to add space to a Maidstone home without building an extension. Once the structural work is done, the plastering is what makes it feel like a proper room rather than a garage.
What's involved
Insulating and dry lining walls
Garage walls are usually single-skin brick or block and cold. Lining them with insulated plasterboard brings them up to a far more comfortable standard and gives a flat surface to skim.
Boarding and plastering the ceiling
The ceiling is boarded, with insulation above where there's a room or roof space, then skimmed smooth.
Filling in the garage door
The old door opening is often bricked or blocked up with a window. That's the kind of small building work we can help with, along with the plastering inside.
Skim finish throughout
Everything is finished with a smooth skim so the new room matches the rest of the house.
Building regulations
Most garage conversions need building regulations approval, covering things like insulation, ventilation and fire safety, and some need planning permission. Check with Maidstone Borough Council or an approved inspector before work starts.
A recent garage conversion
We recently turned a small garage into a bedroom over a couple of days, boarding and plastering it ready for decorating. You can read about it on our past projects page.
Other plastering services in Maidstone
Garage conversion FAQs
How long does it take to plaster a garage conversion?
For a typical single garage, the boarding and plastering usually takes a few days. Your quote will give you a timescale for your conversion.
Do I need insulated plasterboard?
To meet building regulations for a habitable room, garage walls and ceilings normally need insulating. Insulated plasterboard is one common way to do it.
Can you work alongside my builder?
Yes. We often come in to do the boarding and plastering once the structural work and first-fix electrics are done.